£395,000 /Sale price

Property DescriptionDesigned by a son of Glasgow, and one the worlds foremost architects of his era, William Leiper, in the late 19th century, Cairndhu House is widely considered as the ultimate example of Leiper's Franco Scottish style. Cairndhu has been a stately residence for The Lord Provost of Glasgow, then Baron Strathclyde, a war time era Navy headquarters, luxury hotel and even a much loved nursing home.The original house consists of a mixture of coursed grey sandstone and cream ashlar sandstone with decorative cornices and frieze to the south elevation in keeping with the French Renaissance style exterior.The original decorative panelled entrance hall showcasing highly elaborate ceilings, mirrored stone and timber fireplace as well as ornate stained glass windows created by the renowned artist Daniel Cottier provide with the grand staircase leading to this second floor apartment. Alternatively accessed by 2 person passenger lift.PANACEA Homes are proud to be leading Cairndhu House toward its next chapter, transforming this wondrous building with its rich history into an elegant collection of modern residences, each sympathetically designed to retain the original features whilst introducing beautiful, contemporary accommodation.DevelopmentCairndhu House has been painstakingly restored, delivering 9 stunning contemporary apartments in the original mansion house, 4 garden apartments and 3 new build homes in an enviable waterfront position.Originally designed by renowned architect, William Leiper, this historic property has been utterly reimagined by Panacea Homes to create 9 stunning apartments and a collection of garden homes within the grounds.Externally, residents will enjoy the exclusive use of the wonderful, professionally landscaped gardens that look out across the sumptuous waterfront vista of the Clyde Estuary.Local AreaCairndhu House and Estate enjoys unrivaled waterfront views just a short walking distance from the centre of Helensburgh which a picturesque town on the shores of the Clyde Estuary. It is surrounded by beautiful rolling countryside, close to Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park.There is also a wide variety of recreational facilities, with good sports clubs and outdoor pursuits such as the sailing clubs in Helensburgh and the nearby Rhu.In Helensburgh, there is excellent primary and secondary schooling, both state and private. Glasgow is within easy commuting distance, being only forty minutes by car. Glasgow International Airport is conveniently reached via the Erskine Bridge.With easy access to the Firth of Clyde and River Clyde, Cairndhu House is also 10 minutes drive from the Gare Loch and 1 mile from Helensburgh Golf Course.Helensburgh provides a wide selection of excellent shops, delicatessens, and supermarkets along with bars, restaurants, and a cinema. Train stations service Glasgow, Edinburgh, and London.